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Antique English Majolica Pitcher
By Minton
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Charming hand-painted Majolica pitcher with fan and owl motif. Pink, blue, yellow and green on an
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pitchers

Materials

Majolica

Italian Grand Tour 800 Silver, Enameled Malachite Painted Roman Scene Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
antique box is rectangular in form heavily decorated with hand chased foliate scroll work, fan form
Category

20th Century Italian Grand Tour Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Elegant 1940s Hollywood Vanity or Writing Table by Grosfeld House
By Grosfeld House
Located in New York, NY
stylized hand carved fan detailing. It also in made of ebonized mahogany with polished nickeled pulls. It
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Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Vanities

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
hand-set in a fan-like fashion in a platinum setting. It is a pair of earrings that will last a
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Original Vintage Travel Poster Visitad Espana El Paraiso Spain Tourist Paradise
Located in London, GB
in a traditional dress and shawl and carrying a fan in her hand and looking at the viewer, standing
Category

Vintage 1920s Spanish Posters

Materials

Paper

1940s Art Deco Rose Gold on Sterling Silver Brooch
Located in New York, NY
x 10 mm matching gold oval faceted crystals hand set in a fan design. The brooch is accented with
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

19th Century English Victorian Needlepoint Heat Shield Screen on Brass Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
Unlike the conventional folding fans and hand held face screens, this example was not a fashion
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

Hancocks 4.97 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Assher-Cut Diamond Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
platinum mount with pretty fan-shaped hand engraved details by Hancocks. 4.97 carat Fancy Intense Yellow
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2010s British Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Goldscheider Vienna Lady Clad in Japanese Costume Model 5870 Lorenzl, circa 1930
By Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
forewards. The lady seizes a large fan by right hand. Her hairstyle is typical for the Twenties/Thirties
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Original Antique Belle Epoque Drink Advertising Poster for Abricotine Liqueur
Located in London, GB
featuring a lady wearing a fashionable yellow dress and holding a glass of the drink in one hand and a white
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Posters

Materials

Paper

Jirokichi Kasagi Japanese Watercolor On Silk Painting
Located in Long Island City, NY
Japanese lady wearing a beautiful traditional attire, holding a parasol in one hand and a fan in another
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Paintings

Materials

Paint

Portrait of a Lady in Elaborate Costume with Ruff Pearls c.1615; oil on panel
By Robert Peake the Elder
Located in London, GB
depicted Flemish lace wrist-ruffs and the huge square table-cut diamond on her finger. In her left hand
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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Art Deco Carved Rock Crystal Onyx Diamond Cufflinks
Located in Narberth, PA
frosted rock quartz crystal plaque comprises the center, complete with hand-carved rays that fan out from
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Mid-18th Century Salt Glazed Cider Jug with Polychrome Decoration
Located in Downingtown, PA
pendant cross necklace and clasping in her hands a fan, wears a hoop skirt, chemise, and bodice. Either
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Barware

Materials

Pottery

Montblanc writing set, 1266 pen and 1666 mechanical pencil, 925 silver, 80 s
By Montblanc
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
easily held. A Montblanc pen is not just a pen in the hands of a true fan. It is a premium instrument
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1980s Swiss For The Desk

"The Courtship" Oil Painting by Charles Louis Kratke (French, 1848-1921)
By Charles Louis Kratke 2
Located in Shippensburg, PA
of women, all of his attentions focused on the leftmost young woman with a fan in hand. The first
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Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

Annemarie Davidson Ghostline Enamel and Copper Bowl in Yellow and Orange
By Annemarie Davidson
Located in San Diego, CA
also used a sgraffito technique, incising straight lines with the sharp point of a dart. These hand
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Pair of early 17th century Jacobean Portraits of William and Jane de Malbone
By Circle of Marcus Gheeraerts the Younger
Located in Bath, Somerset
cuff. She holds a finely worked gold handle of a fan in one hand and there is a gold key attached to
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Early 17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oak, Oil, Wood Panel

Annemarie Davidson Large Ghostline Enamel and Copper Bowl
By Annemarie Davidson
Located in San Diego, CA
sgraffito technique, incising straight lines with the sharp point of a dart. These hand-drawn lines, which
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Copper, Enamel

"Washington Bicentennial 1732-1932" Parade Flag, Printed Red, White, and Blue
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
depicting George Washington were printed and sold to the public. And small printed flags and hand-held fans
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Vintage 1930s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Fabric, Wood

"Washington Bicentennial 1732-1932" Parade Flag, Printed Gold and Blue, c. 1932
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
depicting George Washington were printed and sold to the public. And small printed flags and hand-held fans
Category

Vintage 1930s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Fabric, Wood

"Washington Bicentennial 1732-1932" Parade Flag, Printed Red, White, and Blue
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
depicting George Washington were printed and sold to the public. And small printed flags and hand-held fans
Category

Vintage 1930s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Annemarie Davidson Ghostline Enamel and Copper Plate
By Annemarie Davidson
Located in San Diego, CA
sgraffito technique, incising straight lines with the sharp point of a dart. These hand-drawn lines, which
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Copper, Enamel

"Washington Bicentennial 1732-1932" Parade Flag, Printed, circa 1930
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
George Washington were printed and sold to the public. And small printed flags and hand-held fans were
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Vintage 1930s Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

"Washington Bicentennial 1732-1932" Parade Flag, Printed Gold and Blue, 1930
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
George Washington were printed and sold to the public. And small printed flags and hand-held fans were
Category

Vintage 1930s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

Le Fleuve Scamandre, (Stella 24, Delteil 24), First sheet, First State.
By (after) Pierre Auguste Renior
Located in Cotignac, FR
immersed in the decorative arts industry, where he hand-painted china, fans and signs, always inspired by
Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Prints

Materials

Drypoint, Etching

Gucci Hand Fan With Leather Case
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Gucci foldable hand fan with leather case in a green and brown Gucci pattern. Comes with booklet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Handheld Fans

Antique Victorian hand fan, bone, silk and feather
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning antique Victorian hand fan. It is a large and elaborate fan with engraved and pierced
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19th Century British Handheld Fans

Antique embroidered silk blend hand fan, Animals, dogs and horse
Located in NEWARK, GB
A very attractive and unusual antique embroidered fan. Late Edwardian era it is a large size with
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Early 20th Century British Handheld Fans

Ostrich Plume Hand Fan
Located in Pueblo, CO
Large and beautiful Victorian ostrich plume hand fan in perfect condition. This fan is perfect for
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Antique Late 19th Century American High Victorian Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Feathers

Hand Fan, Wood, Etc., 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Hand fan. Wooden linkage, 19th century. Fan with openwork wooden rods that presents a country and
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Antique 19th Century Spanish Neoclassical Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Other

Asian Silk Round Paddle Hand Fan with Peacocks Embroidered
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Asian Chinese silk round paddle fan, hand fan with two peacocks perched on a tree embroidered
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silk

Chinese Silk Round Paddle Fans, Hand Fan with Geisha Woman Design
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Set of 5 Chinese Silk Round Fans, Hand Fans with Geisha Woman painting. Vintage Asian hand fans
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silk

Wonderful Hand Fan in Frame Nacre Asian, 20th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Decorative hand fan with nacre, in a gilded frame 20th century, wall decoration handwork glazed
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20th Century Paintings

Materials

Wood

Rare YSL Monogram Handheld Fan
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Cool off in style with our daintiest 1960s hand fan from Yves Saint Laurent! Rich brown wood handle
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1960s French Handheld Fans

Hand Fan - Original Woodcut by Mino Maccari - Mid 20th Century
By Mino Maccari
Located in Roma, IT
Hand Fan is an original woodcut realized by Mino Maccari. Included a white Passepartout: 49 x 34
Category

Mid-20th Century Figurative Prints

Materials

Woodcut

Antique Chinese feather hand fan, Birds and Blossom
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique Chinese feather hand fan. The fan is made from off white feathers possibly
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Early 20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects

Antique Chinese feather hand fan, Butterfly and flowers
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, Art Deco era Chinese feather and silk hand fan. The fan is made from off
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Decorative Objects

Set of 4 Chinese Silk Round Paddle Hand Fans with Geishas Woman Painting
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Set of 5 Chinese silk round fans, hand fans with geisha woman painting. Vintage Asian hand fans
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silk

Vintage 14K Gold Enamel Figural Folding Hand Fan Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
hand fan with white and turquoise enamel accents. With an integral bail and jump ring to the fan
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20th Century Unknown Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

Mid-Century Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Vintage Hand Fan Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a pleated yellow gold hand fan featuring a row of diamonds Single cut and bead set in a
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Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Collection of Antique South Indian Silk Embroidered Hand Fans Textile Embroidery
Located in Bristol, GB
Antique Hand-Made Keralan Patchwork Pankha or Visri Hand fans are a culturally significant part of
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Antique 19th Century Indian Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Bamboo

Vintage White Lace Fan with Hand Sewn Silvery Sequins
Located in London, GB
Vintage white lace handheld fan with hand sewn matt silver sequins. Measuring 35.6cm, 14 inches, by
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Late 20th Century Handheld Fans

Vintage Mid-Century Brass Japanese Hand Fan Brass Wall Decor Art Paperweight
Located in San Gabriel, CA
Vintage Carved Brass Asian Inspired Fan Wall Hanging or Paperweight Solid sturdy piece, in great
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Spectrum Jewels Emerald Gemstone Hand Fan Style Ring Diamond 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-23696 (14k) Gross Wt. :- 3.99 gm 14k Solid White Gold Wt. :- 3.45 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.56 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 2...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

French Antique Hand Painted Folding Fan with Pastoral Scene
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Impressive hand fan with a painted pastoral scene. The scene depicts figures enjoying leisurely
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Antique Late 18th Century French Rococo Mounted Objects

Materials

Antler, Silk, Paint, Paper

Uchiwa Bamboo Fan Sconce by Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in New York, NY
Japanese hand fans and Maurer applied the same paper and bamboo techniques to create his wall sconces.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

19th Century French Painted Paper and Mother of Pearl Fan
Located in Brea, CA
This ornate, antique paper and mother of pearl hand fan was crafted in France, circa 1850. the one
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Antique 1850s French French Provincial Decorative Art

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

19th Century French Painted Paper and Mother of Pearl Fan
Located in Brea, CA
This ornate, antique paper and mother of pearl hand fan was crafted in France, circa 1850. Showing
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Antique 1850s French Arts and Crafts Picture Frames

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Pair of Near Antique Balinese Handcarved Wooden Bookends, Legong Dancers w. Fans
Located in Lisse, NL
their hand fans in their performance these carvings could not be any more stylish and authentic. Apart
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Early 20th Century Balinese Arts and Crafts Bookends

Materials

Teak

Pair of British Colonial Bamboo Root Side Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
in the shape of a hand fan. Great quality, highly stylized. These chairs are unique.
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Antique Late 19th Century British Colonial Side Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Still Life with Opera Glasses
Located in Buffalo, NY
Realist still life oil painting with opera glasses and a hand fan. Oil on canvas, circa 1880
Category

1880s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1970s Japanese Four Panel Black Lacquer Folding Screen with Decoupage Scenes
Located in Marbella, ES
, such as playing cards, dancing with hand fans or a man carrying baskets. These scenes where first
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Wood, Paper

Antique Hand-Painted Fan
Located in Soquel, CA
Gorgeous antique hand-painted fan. The bottom of the fan shows faint cherry blossom trees next to a
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Shadow Boxes

Materials

Tempera

Mid Century Modern Woolen Rug Inspired by Art Deco, West Germany 1970s
Located in Beograd, RS
. The Art Deco pattern of the hand fans enhances the elegance and beauty of this rug in various shades
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Belle Époque Floral Hand-Painted Fan
Located in Fukuoka, JP
This exquisite early 20th-century hand-painted fan (SKU: ZD25) is a superb reflection of
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Paper

Framed 18th Century Hand-Painted Fan
Located in Vista, CA
18th century hand-painted fan, (framed).
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Antique 18th Century French Shadow Boxes

Materials

Paint, Paper, Wood, Glass

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Hand Fans For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of hand fans available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct hand fans — often made from wood, glass and metal — can elevate any home. We have 148 antique and vintage hand fans in-stock, while there are 14 modern editions to choose from as well. Hand fans have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Hand fans are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made hand fans over the years, but those made by Alfredo Barbini, Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna and Interi are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Hand Fans?

Hand fans can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,150, while the lowest priced sells for $74 and the highest can go for as much as $92,017.
Questions About Hand Fans
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    There are many types of handheld fans – it is a matter of preference. A handheld fan has a flat surface and is used to create airflow by waving it back and forth Typically, these are paper folding fans with slats that may be closed when not in use. They can also be made from quills or feathers. Choose from an assortment of handheld fans on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese hand fan is sometimes called a rigid or fixed fan. It refers to a folding fan that became popular during the Ming Dynasty and was often crafted with fine materials, such as ivory, bone or pearl, with paper or fabric coverings decorated with intricate designs. You’ll find a selection of Chinese hand fans on 1stDibs.